Ranch Salad Dressing from Japan

A creamy emulsion-based salad dressing made with buttermilk, mayonnaise, garlic, onion, herbs, and spices like dill and parsley. It falls under HTS 2103.90.90.40 as an 'other salad dressing' because it is a prepared emulsified sauce specifically intended for dressing salads, not classified as mayonnaise or mustard. This code covers common pourable or spoonable dressings used to enhance salads.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify ingredient list complies with FDA labeling requirements for allergens like dairy and eggs; include nutritional facts on packaging

Ensure product is clearly labeled as 'salad dressing' to avoid reclassification as a general sauce under 2103.90.9096

Check for quantitative limits on mixed condiments under US note 3 if the dressing qualifies as a mixed seasoning